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The Darnets Road Cross is a historical monument located in the commune of Darnets, in Corrèze (New Aquitaine). Dating from the Middle Ages, it is distinguished by its thick and semi-losangic stone block, engraved in relief with a silhouette of Christ on the cross. His style evokes a Merovingian origin, although this attribution remains uncertain. The base and the upper table of the edicle that surrounds it, dating from the late 16th or early 17th century, are the only preserved elements of this later structure.

Classified as a Historic Monument by order of 19 March 1927, this cross is protected for its heritage interest. It is located on the road from Darnets to Soudeilles, and its exact location is approximate (precision noted 5/10). Owned by the commune, it bears witness to medieval funerary and religious art, as well as practices of road signs at that time. Its current state does not determine whether it was originally associated with a votive, commemorative or simply directional use.

Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum base, highlight its hybrid character: an ancient cross re-used or integrated into a more recent edicle. This type of monument illustrates the frequent reuse of medieval carved elements in later contexts, reflecting both local piety and the evolution of rural landscapes between the 16th and 17th centuries. No information is available on any sponsors or artisans who have worked on this monument.

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